Much has been written about at least a dozen or so conditions with strong, likely, or possible links to oral infection; however, the link to the heart has always – and will probably – remain the most scrutinized and important link. Why? Most likely it’s because heart disease is the …
Over the years, there’s been much confusion, concern, and miscommunication about the reason for taking antibiotics before a dental procedure. For one, any dental patient with any heart condition was told in the past that antibiotics would be needed prior to any dental procedure. Of course, everyone felt this was …
Make no doubt about it: snoring and sleep apnea are significant problems and should be thoroughly investigated with your physician and a sleep specialist. The stress of the heart during times when you’re not breathing – or not taking in enough air – can lead to death. And that’s a …
In dentistry, we have been promoting the use of calcium and vitamin D supplements for years, but few adults have been paying heed. Often the choice is to take nothing; even when supplements are used, the levels people take vary widely. The U.S. Institute of Medicines Food and Nutrition Board …
